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Posted Date: 4/06/25 (8:48 PM)
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TJL Weekly Update

4/7-4/11

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Hello TJL Families,

I hope you're all enjoying a relaxing weekend. I want to take a moment to share how incredibly proud I am of our TJL students who participated in NYSSMA this weekend, what a wonderful accomplishment!

As we head into our final week before spring break, let’s finish strong and continue to lead each day with kindness and positivity.

Wishing you a wonderful week ahead!
Mrs. Washington
 

Important Info to Share

Autism Acceptance Month

April is Autism Acceptance Month...a time to celebrate differences, promote understanding, and encourage inclusive practices that help everyone feel seen, heard, and valued.

This past Tuesday, we had the incredible opportunity to kick off the month with a special assembly, thanks to Harborfields SEPTA. Award-winning author Amy McCoy visited TJL to share her book Little Big Sister, a heartfelt story about Katie and her older brother Mikey, who has Autism. Amy spoke to our students about her journey as an author, the writing and illustration process, and most importantly, the message of inclusion, empathy, and being a good friend to all.

In preparation for the assembly, our staff created a school-wide Little Big Sister Read Aloud! Each chapter was read and recorded by a different staff member, allowing students to hear the story in many voices before meeting Amy. This special Read Aloud can also be enjoyed at home, CLICK HERE to view and share it with your child!
We’re so grateful to Amy McCoy for visiting TJL and sharing her story, and to SEPTA for facilitating this memorable experience.
CLICK HERE to read a special letter from author Amy McCoy.

4/7-4/11- 5th Grade Intramurals- 8:30am

5th Grade Intramurals will take place this week. Drop-off time is 8:30am. No sign up required.

4/8 & 4/9- NYS ELA Assessments

The NYS ELA Assessments will take place this Tuesday and Wednesday. Click here for the letter that was previously sent out in March.

4/9-Wednesday- PTA School Store is Open!

Your child can purchase items from the school store during lunch periods. Items cost .50 to $5.
Purple Up

4/11- Purple Up for Military Kids

We encourage all students and staff to wear purple on Friday 4/11.
 

Supporting a Local Cause: Ribbons Rising

Join us in celebrating and supporting Ribbons Rising, a nonprofit founded by Kristen D’Angelo, a proud Harborfields and TJL mom and cancer survivor. Kristen created Ribbons Rising to lift up families facing cancer by providing meals, childcare, and support when it's needed most. To learn more or support their efforts, visit www.ribbons-rising.org or follow them on Instagram @ribbonsrising.
Ribbons Rising
 

Upcoming Dates

April 8-9 Grades 3-8 NYS ELA Assessment
April 14-18 Schools Closed/Spring Recess
April 23-24 TJL PTA Spring Photos
April 24- TJL Grade 5 Band Night @ 7 PM
April 30-May 1- Grades 3-8 NYS Math Assessments

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